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The GNFCC 400 Insider: North Fulton Mayors Roundtable on COVID-19 Recovery Plans and Policy Changes

April 24, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

The GNFCC 400 Insider: North Fulton Mayors Roundtable on COVID-19 Recovery Plans and Policy Changes

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“The GNFCC 400 Insider” Episode 35, North Fulton Mayors Round Table

On this special edition of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” we were joined by five North Fulton mayors for a roundtable offering updates on Covid-19 crisis management, recovery plans and potential policy changes. Mayor Jim Gilvin of the City of Alpharetta, Mayor Joe Lockwood of Milton, Mayor Jim Still of the City of Mountain Park, Mayor Lori Henry of the City of Roswell, and Mayor Pro Tempore John Paulson of the City of Sandy Springs all joined the call and answered questions on how they are leading their cities during this crisis and recovery. The panel moderator was Trey Ragsdale, co-chair of the GNFCC Government Affairs Committee

The host of “The GNFCC 400 Insider” is GNFCC CEO Kali Boatright and the show is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

“The GNFCC 400 Insider” (formerly “North Atlanta’s Bizlink”) is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) and is hosted by Kali Boatright, President and CEO of GNFCC. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit, member-driven organization comprised of over 1400 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions and individuals. Their service area includes Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs. GNFCC is the leading voice on economic development, business growth and quality of life issues in North Fulton County.

The GNFCC promotes the interests of our members by assuming a leadership role in making North Fulton an excellent place to work, live, play and stay. They provide one voice for all local businesses to influence decision makers, recommend legislation, and protect the valuable resources that make North Fulton a popular place to live.

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider” is produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Resources for Business Owners in Uncertain Times – Kali Boatright, CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

March 18, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Resources for Business Owners in Uncertain Times – Kali Boatright, CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

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**Kali Boatright, President and CEO of GNFCC**

Resources for Business Owners in Uncertain Times – Kali Boatright, CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

Business owners are hurting due to the challenging environment created by the coronavirus pandemic. Kali Boatright, CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, joined the “GNFCC 400 Insider” to discuss what GNFCC has done to distill resources for business owners in uncertain times.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

The “GNFCC 400 Insider” (formerly “North Atlanta’s Bizlink”) is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) and is hosted by Kali Boatright, President and CEO of GNFCC. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit, member-driven organization comprised of over 1400 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions and individuals. Their service area includes Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs. GNFCC is the leading voice on economic development, business growth and quality of life issues in North Fulton County.

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider is produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

The GNFCC 400 Insider: Milton Business Council – An Interview with Sarah LaDart, City of Milton, and John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

March 9, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

The GNFCC 400 Insider: Milton Business Council – An Interview with Sarah LaDart, City of Milton, and John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

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“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 34, Milton Business Council: An Interview with Sarah LaDart, City of Milton, and John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

On this edition of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” City of Milton Economic Development Manager Sarah LaDart and Milton Business Council Chair John Herbert discuss the Milton Business Council, formed with the merger of the Milton Business Alliance into the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. The host of “The GNFCC 400 Insider” is GNFCC CEO Kali Boatright and the show is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Milton Business Council

The Milton Business Alliance (MBA) was formed in 2009 and run by volunteers since its inception. The MBA board spent the last year investigating options to further support Milton businesses and discovered nearly half of their members are also currently members of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC). The MBA Board believed moving to a council model with the GNFCC provided the most benefit to Milton area businesses. Consequently, the MBA Board voted to merge MBA with GNFCC to create the Milton Business Council.

For more information, go to miltonbusinesscouncil.com

Sarah LaDart, Economic Development Manager, City of Milton

Sarah LaDart joined the City of Milton as economic development manager in December 2014. In her position, LaDart acts as a link between the city’s business community and its government.

Prior to joining Milton, LaDart spent five years doing economic development for North Fulton at the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Progress Partners of North Fulton Atlanta. In that time, some of the more notable projects she was involved with were: GM bringing 1,000 jobs to Roswell; the Opportunity Zones in Roswell, Sandy Springs, and Alpharetta; and the Avalon development in Alpharetta.

LaDart serves as the Co-Chair for North Fulton Hospital’s Women’s Advisory Board, sits on ARC’s Millennial Advisory Committee, and volunteers with Saint Joseph’s Hospital’s Angels of Mercy. She is also a graduate of the Regional Leadership Institute (2012) and Leadership North Fulton (2010).

LaDart earned her MBA from Kennesaw State University and her bachelor’s from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

John Herbert is the Founder and Owner of Herbert Legal Group. John is a member of the Board of Directors of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, was a Board Member of the Milton Business Alliance, and serves as the first Chairman of the newly-formed Milton Business Council.

Herbert Legal Group believes that legal services are essential for every business. They believe that quality legal solutions can be efficiently delivered to businesses of all sizes. They believe that their time is no more important than your time. They believe that with efficiency and transparency, legal solutions can protect your brand, your income and your future while meeting your cash flow. Herbert Legal Group is off the clock and on your side.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider is produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

The GNFCC 400 Insider: Leadership North Fulton and Emerging Leaders – An Interview with Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College, and Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller

February 19, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

The GNFCC 400 Insider: Leadership North Fulton and Emerging Leaders - An Interview with Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College, and Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller

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“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 33, GNFCC Leadership Programs: An Interview with Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College and Leadership North Fulton, and Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller and the Emerging Leaders Program

Leadership North Fulton and the Emerging Leaders Program are arguably the region’s most established, in-depth leadership programs. On this edition of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” LNF Committee Chair Dr. Joe Hutto and ELP Committee Chair Chris Miller join host Kali Boatright to discuss these programs and enrichment opportunities each offers to their participants. The “GNFCC 400 Insider” is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College and Leadership North Fulton Chair

Dr. Joe Hutto is the Director of Student Affairs at Gwinnett Tech. Gwinnett Tech, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is a public two-year college which serves the communities of Gwinnett and North Fulton.

In his role overseeing Student Affairs, Joe has responsibility for the departments of Enrollment Management, Recruitment, Testing and Assessment, Veteran’s Affairs and Customer Service.

Joe chairs the Leadership North Fulton committee at GNFCC. Leadership North Fulton (LNF), has been the region’s signature leadership development program for more than 30 years. Each year, graduating participants join the ranks of more than 500 LNF alumni and continue to invest in our communities through their time and talent. Pillars of the program include promoting community awareness, instilling civic responsibility, and building relationships. Participants engage civic leaders through program class days, and many alumni have gone on to serve in government or community-based organization staff roles and as elected officials. The relationships that are forged through participation and investment in LNF by business and nonprofit partners continue to affirm the program’s foundational role in community leadership development. LNF projects continue to impact the region in a lasting way, most notably, through the founding of The Drake House in 2004, founding of the Emerging Leaders Youth Program in 2009, and establishment of The Drake House Young Professionals Advisory Council in 2017.

.For more information on Leadership North Fulton, follow this link.

Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller and Emerging Leaders Program Chair

Chris Miller owns and operates the Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller, PC. His team of lawyers and legal staff guide their clients through difficult times when a loved one passes away. They also work with clients to plan for the future with Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Health Care Directives. Chris has experience in forming and working with Special Needs Trusts. His over two decades of practice in Alpharetta have taught him how to walk clients through and around probate in Georgia.

Chris chairs the Emerging Leaders Program Committee at GNFCC, which offers a unique opportunity for area high schoolers who wish to develop leadership skills, identify and address community issues and interact with local leaders. This is accomplished through a combination of interactive lectures, discussions, site visits, community service, and networking opportunities.

Each class focuses on topics such as public safety, government, interviewing skills, personal finance, nonprofits, and leadership skills.

The mission of Emerging Leaders is to provide students with an understanding of the concept of leadership, and provide skills and knowledge to become effective leaders in our communities.

.For more information on the Emerging Leaders Program, follow this link.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider is produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

The GNFCC 400 Insider: The Greater North Fulton Chamber Year in Review: An Interview with outgoing Chairman Bill Bland, and Chairman-Elect Alan Najjar

December 20, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

The GNFCC 400 Insider: The Greater North Fulton Chamber Year in Review: An Interview with outgoing Chairman Bill Bland, and Chairman-Elect Alan Najjar

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Alan Najjar and Bill Bland — **Alan Najjar, Kali Boatright, and Bill Bland**

“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 31, The North Fulton Chamber 2019 Year in Review: An Interview with Chairman Bill Bland and Chairman-Elect Alan Najjar

2019 was a record-breaking year for the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, and 2020 promises to be a year of continued growth and activity. On this edition of “GNFCC 400 Insider,” host Kali Boatright speaks with outgoing GNFCC Chairman Bill Bland and Chairman-Elect Alan Najjar. “GNFCC 400 Insider” is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Bill Bland, 2019 Chairman, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

Bill Bland is Senior Vice President with Choate Construction. Bill’s primary responsibility for Choate is to originate and implement a marketing and sales strategy; focusing on procuring projects which fit the company’s experience and qualifications. On select projects, he works with the preconstruction team to review plans, and offer input into the program and schedule. Bill has been with Choate for 25 years where he was a project manager before joining the executive management of the company.

Prior to joining Choate, Bill was a principal and project manager for Wood, Morris & Bland where he was involved in the design and construction of numerous healthcare-related projects across the country. Bill earned a Bachelor of Science from Georgia Southern University and he is also a graduate of Georgia College and State University, where he received his Masters in Business Administration.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Bill is active in several civic and professional associations. He has served as past President of CoreNet Global and Real Estate Group of Atlanta (REGA), and he is an active member of the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP), and the Urban Land Institute (ULI). He is also an executive board member of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce where he serves as chair for the annual golf tournament and the 2019 Chairman of The Board.

Alan Najjar, Chairman-Elect, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

Alan Najjar is the 2020 Chairman for the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Alan has overseen the business development efforts of Smith & Howard since 2011.

A veteran of the Atlanta banking and business community, Alan has held executive level leadership positions at SunTrust Bank and other Georgia financial institutions. Prior to joining Smith & Howard, he was the EVP and Chief Operating Officer of an Atlanta-based financial services company.

Alan is a graduate of the University of Georgia and the Stonier Graduate School of Banking at Rutgers University. He is a veteran who served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Alan serves on the Board of Directors for The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and is a trustee emeritus for Georgia Gwinnett College Foundation and Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia. He is active in numerous civic, social and academic organizations. Alan and his wife, Donna, are long-time residents of Gwinnett County and when away from the office, Alan most enjoys sunrises on the lake and time with his family.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider is produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

The GNFCC 400 Insider: All Things Sandy Springs, An Interview With Jennifer Cruce, Visit Sandy Springs, and Andrea Worthy, City of Sandy Springs Economic Development

November 19, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

The GNFCC 400 Insider: All Things Sandy Springs, An Interview With Jennifer Cruce, Visit Sandy Springs, and Andrea Worthy, City of Sandy Springs Economic Development

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**Jennifer Cruce, Kali Boatright, and Andrea Worthy**

“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 30, All Things Sandy Springs: An Interview with Jennifer Cruce, Visit Sandy Springs, and Andrea Worthy, City of Sandy Springs Economic Development

The dynamic economic activity in the City of Sandy Springs was discussed on this edition of “GNFCC 400 Insider,” as host Kali Boatright interviewed Jennifer Cruce, Executive Director of Visit Sandy Springs, and Andrea Worthy, Economic Development Director for the City of Sandy Springs.

Jennifer Cruce, Executive Director of Visit Sandy Springs

Jennifer Cruce was named Executive Director of Visit Sandy Springs in 2014. Visit Sandy Springs is the Destination Marketing Organization for the North Fulton city. Sandy Springs incorporated in 2005 and prides itself on being a place where residents decided on the development they wanted to see and experience.

As the director of hospitality and tourism, Jennifer showcases Sandy Springs’ restaurants, arts, culture and attractions. Prior to her current role, Jennifer was senior manager of marketing for Inside CNN Studio Tours at Turner Broadcasting for more than 10 years.

For more information go to the Visit Sandy Springs website. Email Jennifer or call 770-206-1447.

Andrea Worthy, Economic Development Director for the City of Sandy Springs

Andrea Worthy has served as Economic Development Director for the City of Sandy Springs since July 2018. For six years prior, she was Vice President of Economic Development for The Collaborative, which managed the city’s Economic Development until June 2018. Andrea is responsible for facilitating the location or expansion of local businesses.

Andrea is a former Redevelopment Director for Smyrna where she implemented the city’s Tax Allocation District. Her past economic development experience includes work as an independent consultant, as well as a manager of policy development at Mirant, an independent power producer and energy trading firm.

For more information go to the City of Sandy Springs website. Email Andrea or call 770-730-5600.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider is produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

The GNFCC 400 Insider: An Interview with Kerry Armstrong, Chairman of the Board, and Kristin Winzeler, Program Director, North Fulton CID (Community Improvement District)

October 22, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

The GNFCC 400 Insider: An Interview with Kerry Armstrong, Chairman of the Board, and Kristin Winzeler, Program Director, North Fulton CID (Community Improvement District)

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**Kali Boatright, Kerry Armstrong, and Kristin Winzeler**

“GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 29, An Interview with Kerry Armstrong and Kristin Winzeler, Chairman and Program Director of North Fulton CID (Community Improvement District)

First in the nation connected vehicle technology in Alpharetta was just one of the topics discussed on this edition of “GNFCC 400 Insider,” as host Kali Boatright interviewed Kerry Armstrong, Chairman, and Kristin Winzeler, Program Director, of the North Fulton Community Improvement District (CID). The “GNFCC 400 Insider” is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Kerry Armstrong, North Fulton Community Improvement District

Kerry Armstrong is Chairman of the North Fulton Community Improvement District (NFCID) and Managing Director and Development Partner at Pope & Land Real Estate, which specializes in developing office and mixed-use properties in the Southeastern United States. The firm is rooted in the real estate marketplace with a history dating back to 1979. Since 2000 alone, Pope & Land led partnerships have developed and acquired over 5 million square feet of office product, more than 400 acres of land and executed over $1 billion in real estate transactions.

Kerry is on the board of directors of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, and the Council for Quality Growth, a not-for-profit trade association, that works to ensure that the Atlanta region’s regulatory environment supports quality growth and development.

Kristin Winzeler, North Fulton Community Improvement District

Kristin Winzeler is Program Director of the North Fulton Community Improvement District (NFCID), and assists in advancing infrastructure projects throughout the District.

Prior to joining the NFCID, Kristin studied community improvement districts as a graduate research assistant for the public administration department at Kennesaw State University. Her work has been published in Public Performance and Management Review.

The NFCID is a self-taxing district that was formed in 2003 by a group of business leaders committed to maintaining and enhancing the North Fulton community. With the goal of investing in a more vibrant and sustainable North Fulton, the NFCID advances infrastructure projects that enhance the livability, walkability and drivability of the entire community. The NFCID spans from Mansell Road north to McGinnis Ferry Road, serving as a catalyst for transportation planning, investment and improvement.

For more information go to the North Fulton Community Improvement District website. Email Kristin or call (678)-397-0570.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

**Kali Boatright, President and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce**

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806.

For previous episodes of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com.

The GNFCC 400 Insider: North Fulton Mayors Roundtable on COVID-19 Recovery Plans and Policy Changes

“The GNFCC 400 Insider” Episode 35, North Fulton Mayors Round Table

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

Resources for Business Owners in Uncertain Times – Kali Boatright, CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

Resources for Business Owners in Uncertain Times – Kali Boatright, CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

The GNFCC 400 Insider: Milton Business Council – An Interview with Sarah LaDart, City of Milton, and John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 34, Milton Business Council: An Interview with Sarah LaDart, City of Milton, and John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

Milton Business Council

Sarah LaDart, Economic Development Manager, City of Milton

John Herbert, Herbert Legal Group and Milton Business Council Chair

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

The GNFCC 400 Insider: Leadership North Fulton and Emerging Leaders – An Interview with Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College, and Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller

“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 33, GNFCC Leadership Programs: An Interview with Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College and Leadership North Fulton, and Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller and the Emerging Leaders Program

Dr. Joe Hutto, Gwinnett Technical College and Leadership North Fulton Chair

Chris Miller, Law Offices of J. Christopher Miller and Emerging Leaders Program Chair

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

The GNFCC 400 Insider: The Greater North Fulton Chamber Year in Review: An Interview with outgoing Chairman Bill Bland, and Chairman-Elect Alan Najjar

“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 31, The North Fulton Chamber 2019 Year in Review: An Interview with Chairman Bill Bland and Chairman-Elect Alan Najjar

Bill Bland, 2019 Chairman, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

Alan Najjar, Chairman-Elect, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

The GNFCC 400 Insider: All Things Sandy Springs, An Interview With Jennifer Cruce, Visit Sandy Springs, and Andrea Worthy, City of Sandy Springs Economic Development

“The GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 30, All Things Sandy Springs: An Interview with Jennifer Cruce, Visit Sandy Springs, and Andrea Worthy, City of Sandy Springs Economic Development

Jennifer Cruce, Executive Director of Visit Sandy Springs

Andrea Worthy, Economic Development Director for the City of Sandy Springs

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

The GNFCC 400 Insider: An Interview with Kerry Armstrong, Chairman of the Board, and Kristin Winzeler, Program Director, North Fulton CID (Community Improvement District)

“GNFCC 400 Insider,” Episode 29, An Interview with Kerry Armstrong and Kristin Winzeler, Chairman and Program Director of North Fulton CID (Community Improvement District)

Kerry Armstrong, North Fulton Community Improvement District

Kristin Winzeler, North Fulton Community Improvement District

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

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